AI/ML in Finance: Advancing the Future of Financial Markets
Presented IAQF and LSE DSI
23rd June, 2026 | London
The International Association of Quantitative Finance (IAQF), in collaboration with the Data Science Institute at the London School of Economics (LSE DSI), is pleased to co-host this exclusive event. We invite you to an evening of compelling presentations and lively discussions exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are reshaping financial markets.
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Event description
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are becoming foundational technologies for modern finance. They are reshaping how institutions generate insights from data, manage risk, execute transactions, and serve clients—while also influencing market structure and financial stability.
This event brings together academic and industry leaders for short talks and a panel discussion on how AI/ML is advancing the future of financial markets. The conversation will highlight practical applications, emerging capabilities, and the key challenges that will shape adoption over the next several years.
Open to academics, practitioners, students, and the public, the event provides a forum to learn, ask questions, and connect with a community working at the forefront of AI/ML and finance.
We look forward to welcoming you to an inspiring evening in London!
Why attend?
- Engage with thought leaders and experts in AI/ML and finance.
- Network with industry practitioners, academics, and enthusiasts.
- Gain insights into emerging trends shaping the future of financial markets.
Confirmed speakers (alphabetically listed)
- Peter Hafez, Chief Data Scientist, RavenPack | BigData.com (Spain)
- Petter Kolm, Professor, Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, New York University (USA)
- Luitgard Veraart, Professor, Department of Mathematics, LSE (UK)
- Additional speakers and panelists to be confirmed
Chair
Johannes Ruf, Professor, Department of Mathematics, and Deputy Director, Data Science Institute, LSE (UK)
Moderator
Hilary Till, Principal, Premia Research LLC (USA)
Registration
This is a free, in-person event, and registration is required. Walk-ins and onsite registration will not be possible. We request that attendees arrive on time to be assured of a seat.
Location
LSE Shaw Library
6th Floor of the Old Building
London School of Economics and Political Science
Houghton Street
London WC2A 2AE
United Kingdom
Event program
- 17:45 Doors open
- 18:00 - 18:05 Welcome & introduction
- 18:05 - 19:20 Presentations and panel discussion
- 19:20 - 20:00 Reception
Map of the LSE Campus (Including the Old Building) available at this link.
